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ID # 29
Display the Environmental Compliance Poster (included in your Welcome package) in a visible location where your employees will be reminded of environmental laws and activities to green your business.
ID # 30
Set computers to enter system standby or hibernate after 30 minutes of inactivity. Set monitors to enter sleep mode after 5 to 20 minutes of inactivity.
ID # 32
Print and copy double-sided when possible, to significantly reduce paper use and waste.
ID # 34
Create and adopt a corporate environmental sustainability vision statement.
ID # 38
Conduct a kick-off meeting to review the GBB Assessment results and recommended initiatives. Watch your GBB Welcome Video.
ID # 39
Put together an office Green Team which will serve as the initial supporters of greening your business as well as enlisting and informing all employees of key activities.
ID # 42
Properly dispose of batteries, paint and chemicals, lightbulbs, and electronics.
ID # 44
Recycle or sell your used toner cartridges.
ID # 45
Use a green web hosting service for your business' website. This is typically available at the same price and is completely carbon neutral.
ID # 46
Purchase recycled or remanufactured toner cartridges to realize significant cost savings.
ID # 47
Reuse paper waste and have a scratch paper bin which people can use the back of unused printouts for drafts, scratch paper or internal memos, etc.
ID # 49
Include "Please Consider the Environment" footer in all of your email signatures.
ID # 50
Choose re-used, recycled, or FSC certified boxes and bags for retail use or shipping.
ID # 52
Reduce junk mail by removing your business' name from national direct marketing databases.
ID # 54
Complete the GBB Assessment to determine your current level of green activities, and get credit for things you are already doing.
ID # 55
Purchase copy paper, folders, and other office paper products made from 30-100% post-consumer recycled materials.
ID # 56
Replace regular light bulbs with Compact Fluorescent Light bulbs (CFL), that last longer and save energy.
ID # 59
Eliminate envelopes from marketing materials – use fold and mail when possible.
ID # 60
Sign up to pay your bills online and receive invoices and receipts electronically.
ID # 62
Use floormat/dirt-collection systems at doorways facing the outside space.
ID # 64
Use environmentally-friendly cleaning chemicals for daily use such as a non-toxic multipurpose cleaner or glass cleaner.
ID # 67
Encourage employee carpools, public transportation, or bicycling as a means of transportation. Post schedules and route maps throughout office.
ID # 69
Donate a portion of your profits to an environmental cause.
ID # 70
Install a filtered water tap at your sink or a water cooler for drinking water, instead of purchasing bottled water, to save money and reduce waste.
ID # 71
Establish a paper recycling program. Paper includes newspaper, office paper, direct mail, white and colored paper, cardboard, envelopes, magazines, and catalogs.
ID # 72
Purchase or lease copiers and printers that have a duplexing (two-sided copying and printing) function.
ID # 73
Choose re-usable cleaning products like sponges instead of paper towels.
ID # 77
Purchase trash bins and liners made from 35-100% post-consumer recycled materials.
ID # 79
Arrange the workspace to take advantage of areas with natural sunlight; design future spaces with natural lighting opportunities in mind.
ID # 83
Designate car pool and hybrid parking spaces that are in preferred areas of your parking lot (e.g. closer to the building entrance or covered).
ID # 88
Examine entire supply chain, including overseas suppliers.
ID # 90
Send and receive faxes directly to your computer. If not possible, eliminate fax cover sheets (use post-its on first page).
ID # 101
Use 58% minimum biobased content adhesive and mastic removers
ID # 148
Purchase ENERGY STAR qualified refrigerators and freezers.
ID # 157
Develop written policies to monitor continuous flow fixtures to conserve water.
ID # 174
Use showerheads with FEMP or Watersense designation
ID # 203
Use non pressure pipes made from post consumer or recovered material
ID # 251
Have your dishwashing machine inspected for water leaks and have it calibrated by a service technician for optimum settings. If/when you replace your unit, be sure to have it disposed of and/or recycled properly.
ID # 277
Develop an energy conservation policy.
ID # 283
Use air-filtering plants throughout the office to improve indoor air quality.
ID # 292
Use electronic proofs and recycled, non-toxic supplies/suppliers to create promotional materials.
ID # 300
Use fuel-efficient company cars, and schedule regular maintenance.
ID # 329
Recycle unwanted cell phones and PDAs.
ID # 330
Use telepresence or other long-distance communication to replace travel when possible.
ID # 530
Offer an office composting program for food waste.
ID # 449
Place a company employee on the organizing committee for the same or another event to achieve maximum involvement and exposure.
ID # 525
Construct a vegetable garden on the roof of your office building.

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